Molybdenum
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- Q How does my body get deficient of molybdenum?
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Dr. Michael T Murray, Naturopathic MedicineA molybdenum deficiency has been suggested as a cause of sulfite sensitivity since the enzyme that detoxifies sulfites, sulfite oxidase, is molybdenum-dependent. However, molybdenum deficiency is rare, likely due only to a genetic sulfite oxidase defect... Full Answer
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- Q What drugs and foods interact with molybdenum supplements?
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Molybdenum-containing enzymes may affect the metabolism of various drugs.Molybdenum may lower blood pressure and should be used cautiously with other drugs that alter blood pressure. Also, caution is advised in patients taking drugs that affect the... Full Answer
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- Q What are molybdenum supplements?
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmacyMolybdenum is a mineral that is found in the soil that works to mobilize iron from our liver to the rest of our body. Our bodies need molybdenum in small amounts for growth and health. Most balanced diets will provide enough molybdenum to meet the... Full Answer
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- Q What are molybdenum supplements used for?
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Wilson's disease (symptomatic)Wilson's disease is a genetic disease that results in increased copper levels in the body, leading to copper toxicity. Tetrathiomolybdate (TM), a form of molybdenum, has been studied for use in diseases involving copper... Full Answer
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- Q What herbs and supplements can interact with molybdenum supplements?
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Molybdenum-containing enzymes may affect the metabolism of various herbs and supplements.Molybdenum may increase blood sugar levels. Caution is advised when using herbs or supplements that may lower blood sugar. Blood glucose levels may require... Full Answer
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- Q Can I take molybdenum supplements if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
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Not recommended above levels commonly found in micronutrient (vitamin and mineral) supplements, unless otherwise directed by a physician, due to lack of sufficient human data.You should read product labels, and discuss all therapies with a qualified... Full Answer
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- Q Can molybdenum supplements cause an allergic reaction?
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Avoid molybdenum with known allergy/hypersensitivity to constituents in molybdenum-containing products. Also, metal sensitivity to molybdenum has been reported.You should read product labels, and discuss all therapies with a qualified healthcare... Full Answer
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- Q If I give my child molybdenum supplements, how much should I give?
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Children (under 18 years old):The adequate intake (AI) for infants 0-6 months old is two micrograms of molybdenum daily or 0.3 micrograms per kilogram daily. The AI for infants 7-12 months old is three micrograms of molybdenum daily or 0.3 micrograms per... Full Answer
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- Q If I take molybdenum supplements, how much should I take?
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Adults (18 years and older):The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) of molybdenum is 45 micrograms daily, and the tolerable upper intake level (UL) is two milligrams daily. The RDA of molybdenum during pregnancy and lactation is 50 micrograms daily. The... Full Answer
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- Q Do molybdenum supplements help with Wilson's disease?
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Wilson's disease is a genetic disease that results in increased copper levels in the body, leading to copper toxicity. Tetrathiomolybdate (TM), a form of molybdenum, has been studied for use in diseases involving copper metabolism, such as Wilson's... Full Answer
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